$475,000

1331 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

4 beds |
2 baths |
2,702 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1923
8,843sqft lot
2 car garage
$176/sqft
Listed 20 days ago

Property Description

Stunning brick two-story nestled in sought-after Waveland Park, showcasing rich original woodwork and timeless built-ins throughout. The main level features a spacious living room with gas fireplace, a bright sunroom ideal for an office, a formal dining room, and a convenient 3/4 bath. In 2018, the home was thoughtfully expanded to enhance everyday living. The original kitchen now serves as a butler's pantry, while the addition introduced a true gourmet kitchen designed for gathering and seamlessly opens to a private composite deck and fully fenced-in backyard. A generous mudroom with laundry hookups and drop zone connects to the attached two-car garage. Upstairs offers a primary suite with a massive walk-in closet plus a renovated full bath and three additional bedrooms. Behind the charm? Peace of mind- Fully rewired with 200-amp service, updated plumbing, whole-home generator, newer roof & driveway and so much more. Be sure to ask your realtor for a full list of updates and schedule a private showing today!

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: February 19, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 12, 2026 at 12:17AM
Listing Office:: RE/MAX Concepts : (515) 279-6700
Listing Agent:: Stevie O'Meara : (515) 868-8649
MLS ID:: 734729

General: Dining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Built-In OvenDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: Unfinished
Flooring: HardwoodTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: DeckFully Fenced
Style: Two Story
Other Structures: Deck
Parking: AttachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: BrickFrame2Brick/Mortar

Road/Access: Concrete
Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: Des Moines Independent
County: Polk

Zoning: ResLOT 32 REPLAT OF E 1/3 OF ERNHURST10004422000000
Fencing: Chain LinkVinylFull

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Stevie O'Meara , RE/MAX Concepts

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Location

Schools Nearby

Perkins Elementary School

4301 College Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Grades KG-5

0.37 miles away

Callanan Middle School

3010 Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 6-8

1.17 miles away

Roosevelt High School

4419 Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 9-12

0.76 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.